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Domestic Violence Safe Temporary Overflow Program

WHAT: This program seeks to provide short-term emergency shelter to victims when county domestic Violence shelters are full.

DVSTOP provides: • Safe housing • Basic-needs assistance • Case-management and advocacy services • Intensified networking with county DV shelters In addition, DVSTOP serves as a community resource by providing callers with crisis intervention, resource and referral. All services are free of charge.

WHO: Services are available for adult victims of domestic violence and adult victims with children in need of immediate shelter, who are eligible and willing to participate.

WHERE: Services are provided over the phone and in pre-authorized safe housing in the community when necessary.

WHY: It is estimated that 3 out of every 4 victims of domestic violence who are seeking shelter are turned away due to lack of space. DVSTOP was designed to address this unmet need in the community. Staff is available to begin intervention services for victims when other community shelter space is unavailable

CONTACT 404 477-4211 E-MAIL: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Frequently Asked Questions 1. How many people per year does DVSTOP serve? DVSTOP typically serves over 300 adults and children per year.

2. How long do clients typically stay? Clients typically work with DVSTOP for one to two days before moving into longer-term, safe housing. 3. Do DVSTOP clients receive the support they would receive in a shelter? DV STOP clients receive many of the same support services they would in a shelter. Staff members provide crisis intervention, case management and basic needs support to clients until they are able to enter a shelter or other safe environment. 4. How are victims referred to DVSTOP? To access services, clients call the CONTACS (Community Network for Accessing Shelter) hotline which monitors current bed availability in all local domestic violence shelters. If space in a shelter is available, clients are transferred to the shelter; if not, they are transferred to DVSTOP. 5. How can I help?

For more information on how you can help this program through volunteering or donating call 404 477 4211 or via e-mail wadt at wadt dot org

WHAT: A WADT Advocacy Counseling Program provides services to victims of crime, specializing in sexual abuse and domestic violence.

WHO: Victims of crime complete a screening and assessment to determine eligibility for services. Services are provided at no cost to the client by A WADT counselor.

WHEN: Appointment times vary by site, but are generally available Monday through Thursday with some evening and weekend appointments available.

HOW: Each of the Centers has a Master’s level Counselor who provides short-term crisis counseling and referrals for step-up therapy services. The purpose of the crisis counseling is to stabilize the client, develop a support network, and increase levels of functioning.

WHO: Anyone who is a victim of domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking in need of assistance

For more information on how you can help this program through volunteering or donating call 404 477 4211 or via e-mail wadt at wadt dot org

WHAT: A WADT’s Domestic Violence Court Advocate provides assistance to those seeking services at various courts across Georgia.

Services include: Assistance with protective orders and filing protective orders Court Accompaniments for protective order hearings and some family court hearings Assistance with service of protective orders as needed Victims Rights information

Provide safety planning and community resources and referrals as appropriate Provide basic information on family court procedures Referral to legal assistance and advocacy The court advocates at all sites are bilingual in Spanish and English and can assist individuals in person or over the phone.

WHO: Anyone who is a victim of domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking in need of assistance

WHERE: Services are provided in Georgia Court locations:

For more information on how you can help this program through volunteering or donating call 404 477 4211 or via e-mail wadt at wadt dot org